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Easy Garlic Knots Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 2 hours 32 minutes
  • Yield: 15 garlic knots

Description

These Easy Garlic Knots are soft, buttery, and packed with fresh garlic and basil flavor. Made from a simple yeast dough, they are perfect as a snack or a side to your favorite Italian dishes. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, these homemade garlic knots are sure to impress and satisfy anyone craving warm, fragrant bread.

Ingredients

Yeast Mixture

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 3 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Dough

  • 3¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: Stir the 3 teaspoons of active dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar into 1 cup of warm water. Let it sit untouched for 10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy on top, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Make the dough: In the bowl of a mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine 3¼ cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix until a smooth, elastic dough forms, which should take several minutes.
  3. Rise: Cover the bowl with a towel or plastic wrap and place it in a warm area. Let the dough rise for 1 to 2 hours or until it has doubled in size, which allows the yeast to develop the perfect texture and flavor.
  4. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and aid in even baking.
  5. Cut & Roll: Turn the risen dough out onto a floured surface and roll it to about ½ inch thickness. Cut the dough into 15 strips. Take each strip, form it into a loop, pull one end through the middle, and tuck the ends underneath to create the classic garlic knot shape. Arrange the knots on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart to allow room for expansion while baking.
  6. Finish: In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of melted butter with 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh basil. Brush this flavorful mixture generously over each knot on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake: Let the knots rest on the baking sheet for 10 more minutes to puff slightly. Then bake them in the preheated oven for 9 to 12 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.
  8. Serve: These garlic knots are best enjoyed fresh and warm within the first 20 minutes of baking for optimal softness and flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure the water used for activating the yeast is warm, about 105°F to 110°F, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • You can substitute fresh basil with dried basil if fresh is unavailable, but reduce the quantity to 1 teaspoon.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven to restore softness.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese over the garlic knots before baking.
  • Use parchment paper or lightly grease the baking sheet to prevent sticking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/easy-garlic-knots-recipe/